Alex Inyatkin prepares for Hartford Half-Marathon after surgery recovery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Alex Inyatkin is set to compete in the Hartford Half-Marathon on Saturday, October 10, 2026, marking his first race of 13.1 miles. The 20-year-old athlete, who has autism and tuberous sclerosis complex, underwent kidney surgery six months ago due to a tumor. Despite challenges, Inyatkin, recognized with the Inspiration Award in 2025, has trained hard, building up to the distance. He has previously run 10 miles but seeks to reach his goal on race day.
- •Inyatkin's previous long run was 10 miles.
- •He underwent kidney surgery six months ago.
- •He received GametimeCT's Inspiration Award in 2025.
- •The race is part of the Eversource Hartford Marathon.
- •Inyatkin has trained rigorously since his surgery.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — After latest medical challenge, Windsor's Alex Inyatkin tackles Hartford Half-Marathon
"Alex Inyatkin will run his first 13.1-mile race Saturday, six months after kidney surgery and a long road back to running.
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